S$79 Cheap Flights from Chennai to Colombo

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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Colombo (MAA-CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$79 for one-way flights and S$185 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Fri, 18 Jul - Sun, 20 Jul
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$185 Return, found 6 days ago
S$185
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, 18 Jul from Chennai to Colombo, returning Sun, 20 Jul, priced at S$185 found 6 days ago
Air India
Mon, 21 Jul - Mon, 28 Jul
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$191 Return, just found
S$191
Return
just found
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, 21 Jul from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 28 Jul, priced at S$191 just found
Air India
Mon, 28 Jul - Mon, 4 Aug
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$201 Return, found 1 day ago
S$201
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, 28 Jul from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 4 Aug, priced at S$201 found 1 day ago
Air India
Fri, 15 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$203 Return, found 1 day ago
S$203
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, 15 Aug from Chennai to Colombo, returning Sun, 24 Aug, priced at S$203 found 1 day ago
Air India
Sun, 20 Jul - Tue, 22 Jul
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$207 Return, found 14 hours ago
S$207
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sun, 20 Jul from Chennai to Colombo, returning Tue, 22 Jul, priced at S$207 found 14 hours ago
Air India
Mon, 18 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$208 Return, found 13 hours ago
S$208
Return
found 13 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, 18 Aug from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 25 Aug, priced at S$208 found 13 hours ago
Air India
Thu, 21 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$209 Return, found 4 days ago
S$209
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Thu, 21 Aug from Chennai to Colombo, returning Sun, 24 Aug, priced at S$209 found 4 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Mon, 28 Jul - Mon, 4 Aug
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$211 Return, found 1 day ago
S$211
Return
found 1 day ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Mon, 28 Jul from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 4 Aug, priced at S$211 found 1 day ago
Air India
Fri, 5 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$218 Return, found 2 days ago
S$218
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, 5 Sep from Chennai to Colombo, returning Tue, 9 Sep, priced at S$218 found 2 days ago
IndiGo
Thu, 21 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$261 Return, found 13 hours ago
S$261
Return
found 13 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Thu, 21 Aug from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 25 Aug, priced at S$261 found 13 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$178 - S$184 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Chennai to Colombo route information
Origin airport
Chennai Intl.
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines
Return price
S$185
Distance
642 km
Average flight time
1 hour 23 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Chennai Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Colombo International Airport start from S$185. Make your booking ASAP to secure the best price for your big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Colombo International Airport?
Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from MAA to CMB that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for MAA to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from MAA to CMB?
With a flight distance of 650 kilometres, it's only a hop from Chennai Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). It might be a quick one, but it's still worth packing a good book to read.
Which airlines fly direct from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Colombo International Airport?
There are a few airlines that fly directly from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). IndiGo (6E) is a great choice, offering 91 flights each month. Love some more options? Check out the ticket prices from SriLankan Airlines (UL). This carrier offers 82 fights monthly between these airports.
Are MAA to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from Chennai Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to score a great bargain, but you could also completely miss out! If you'd prefer to play it safe and start planning your trip early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just bear in mind that not all airlines issue their prices that far in advance. Our advice? Check back often as prices are updated regularly.

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